Charlotte (184 KP) rated Disavow (Underworld Kings) in Books
Dec 24, 2021
I am loving this work of fiction with underlying nuggets of facts spread throughout. The intricacies of relationships, loyalty and duties. This on top of amnesia, with deadly punishment for those who show disobedience, is a bit of a rollercoaster that's for sure.
Written as a standalone disavow is brilliant, romantic and suspenseful. It's part of a multi-auther series that is independently written.....what a cool way to keep things fresh and interesting.
Rosalia is our strong, female lead......she's also the one with amnesia. I really like how she has been described and portrayed. I feel for her and had my fingers crossed all the way through for her. The way she's facing so many problems head on and showing inner strength is awesome.
David McK (3540 KP) rated Bloodshot (2020) in Movies
Oct 30, 2021
The answer is this movie.
Except it's not as good as any of the previously mentioned; missing that spark that makes all of them science-fiction classics.
Vin Diesel - in-between headlining The Fast and the Furious franchise - must simply have been looking for a payday.
Here, he pays marine Ray Garrison, resurrected by a team of scientists after he and has wife are murdered, and setting out on a mission of revenge. It also takes about 45 minutes or so before you get to the good(ish) stuff, where the layers start to peel away ...
Hazel (2934 KP) rated The War Pianist in Books
Feb 19, 2023
The story is told from the perspectives of the two pianists ... Marnie in London and Connie in Amsterdam. Marnie and Connie are exceptionally strong characters and the author transported me into their worlds amongst the bombs of the blitz and the invasion of the Nazi's where trust can be a dangerous thing.
With oodles of tension, the fear palpable and the bravery and courage of those working against the Nazi war machine excellently portrayed, the War Pianist is a gripping story and whilst this is a work of fiction, it felt authentic and was totally riveting.
Many thanks to Avon Books UK and NetGalley for enabling me to read and share my thoughts of The War Pianist.
ClareR (5846 KP) rated North Woods in Books
Dec 12, 2023
I don’t think I actually want to say too much about all the different characters in this book, except to say that it spans from a Puritan colony to the present day, all linked by the North Woods. It’s a gorgeous novel that had my heart in my mouth at several points and made me wish that I could see this place with my own eyes. The love of the landscape and nature shines through this gorgeous novel.
And, well, the end of this novel is the real tour de force. Utterly beautiful. A book of the year for me, that’s for certain.
Cato (Fueled By Lust #3)
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While monitoring the airwaves for potential mates for the earthbound Insedi, Cato Telarius becomes...
Science Fiction Romance Erotica
The Trial of Lotta Rae
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On Halloween night, 1906, young working class Lotta Rae is attacked by a wealthy gentleman. She...
Historical fiction Suffragettes Trigger warning: rape World War 1
Becky
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It’s peak 90s London. Shoulder pads are out, crimped hair is in, supermodels are known by their...
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Rebels (The Reverians #2)
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Em returns to Austin Valley, but there are many things that don’t add up about her homecoming....
Young Adult Science Fiction Dystopian
Lyndsey Gollogly (2893 KP) rated Children of the Siege (book 1) in Books
Feb 22, 2024
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Children of the Siege (Book1)
By Diney Costeloe
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Nineteenth-century Paris is in flames, houses ransacked, streets barricaded. Most people are fleeing the ravaged city, but the St Clair family have made a fateful decision – to return to Paris from their house in the country.
As the horrors of the Commune and the ensuring siege engulf the St Clairs, little Helene falls ill and becomes separated from the family. Lost and alone, she must fend for herself on the war-torn streets.
This was a pretty decent read. I love historical fiction, this is set in 19th century France when war is raging as well as civil unrest we follow a family dealing with life and the changes war has brought on them.
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They took him from his world to end a war on theirs… They got more than they bargained for. ...
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